More and more people are discovering that growing indoor plants is a very satisfying and rewarding hobby. And because the homes in which we now live are lighter, warmer and more or less draught free, than they used to be, there is less chance of your plants suffering from dramatic changes in temperature throughout the course of the day, or night. So a whole new range of plants from across the world can now be successfully grown indoors. These are the five plants I have chosen. They are all easily grown at home.

Billbergia Nutans

This plant is a Bromeliad from Brazil and is in the same family as the Pineapple. Sometimes known as queen's-tears, it has rosettes of long narrow leaves; flowers are greenish-yellow and appear in the spring. These flowers are born on long stems and arch down from pink bracts. They are easy to grow and will tolerate low temperatures. Normal room temperature is recommended positioned in good natural light, but avoid direct sunlight. Water well in summer, moderately for the rest of the year. Fresh rain water is preferred. Feed occasionally. The plant can be propagated in the spring by means of offsets.

Cissus Antarctica

A tough plant from Australia, it belongs to the Vine family, and is known as the Kangaroo Vine. It grows quickly and can achieve 6-10 feet; it supports itself by tendrils or can be trained on bamboo supports. Produces dark green, shiny leaves on short red leafstalks. This plant likes a cool, light room, out of direct sunshine. Water well in summer allowing it to almost dry out between watering. Water moderately for the rest of the year. Feed in summer, take cuttings in spring. For a more bushy appearance, occasionally pinch shoot tips.

Hederas Ivy plants from Europe, Asia, Africa and the Canary Islands. Hardy climbing and trailing plants, easy to grow in a wide range of temperatures. However, if the room is too warm they will become susceptible to red spider mites. Plenty of water in the summer, less in winter, feed occasionally in summer. They need a position which will give them at least two or three hours of variegated sunlight a day. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and root very easily.

Neanthe Bella

Small, slow growing palm with feathery leaves, good for displays. Easily grown, needs well draining compost. A light position but not in full sun light. Water well in spring and summer, sparingly the rest of the year. Occasionally sponge the leaves and watch for insects.

Philodendron Scandens

From Tropical America and the West Indies with heart shaped dark green leaves. Easy to grow, climbing house plant. Pinch out the tips to produce a more bushy plant. Site in a bright position out of direct sunlight. Allow the top half-inch of the potting mixture to dry out between moderate waterings. Many more plant growing articles can be read at the link below.